gender neutral
David
beloved
About David
David brings unexpected versatility to a baby girl, standing out with its traditional roots while offering a refreshingly contemporary edge. The name carries a natural confidence that will grow alongside her, evolving from adorable childhood nicknames to a distinguished professional presence.
David for a girl challenges conventions while maintaining a timeless quality that works across cultures and generations. The strength inherent in the name provides a solid foundation for identity development, while its familiarity ensures she'll never struggle with mispronunciations or spelling corrections.
The subtle uniqueness of choosing David for a daughter reflects thoughtful parenting—balancing individuality with accessibility, distinction with approachability—creating space for her to define herself beyond conventional expectations.
Popularity of the Name David
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1883 | #843 |
| 1887 | #806 |
| 1926 | #998 |
| 1927 | #983 |
| 1928 | #890 |
| 1929 | #832 |
| 1930 | #755 |
| 1931 | #927 |
| 1932 | #945 |
| 1933 | #838 |
| 1934 | #776 |
| 1935 | #894 |
| 1936 | #954 |
| 1937 | #820 |
| 1938 | #891 |
| 1939 | #705 |
| 1940 | #762 |
| 1941 | #730 |
| 1942 | #698 |
| 1943 | #736 |
| 1944 | #763 |
| 1945 | #810 |
| 1946 | #805 |
| 1947 | #832 |
| 1948 | #782 |
| 1949 | #806 |
| 1950 | #742 |
| 1951 | #902 |
| 1952 | #775 |
| 1953 | #747 |
| 1954 | #747 |
| 1955 | #790 |
| 1956 | #788 |
| 1957 | #784 |
| 1958 | #693 |
| 1959 | #653 |
| 1960 | #685 |
| 1961 | #677 |
| 1962 | #579 |
| 1963 | #659 |
| 1964 | #647 |
| 1965 | #667 |
| 1966 | #626 |
| 1967 | #561 |
| 1968 | #590 |
| 1969 | #572 |
| 1970 | #600 |
| 1971 | #639 |
| 1972 | #642 |
| 1973 | #658 |
| 1974 | #649 |
| 1975 | #646 |
| 1976 | #669 |
| 1977 | #647 |
| 1978 | #655 |
| 1979 | #619 |
| 1980 | #626 |
| 1981 | #735 |
| 1982 | #704 |
| 1983 | #567 |
| 1984 | #708 |
| 1985 | #640 |
| 1986 | #669 |
| 1987 | #718 |
| 1988 | #751 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name David
Names Similar to David
Nicknames for David
- Dave
- Davy
- Vid
